Job Description
K2 Recruit is partnering with a dynamic, growth-focused organisation to appoint an experienced Executive Support & Communications Specialist within the Office of the CEO.
This is a high-trust, high-visibility role designed to maximise the CEOs effectiveness through structured executive support, disciplined gatekeeping, and high-quality leadership communication.
The successful candidate will own the CEOs time, access, information flow, and executive readiness while shaping and delivering a clear, credible, and consistent leadership narrative internally and externally.
This is not a traditional Executive Assistant role. It requires a strategic mindset, strong communication capability, and the confidence to operate across senior leadership and external stakeholder environments.
The Role
The Executive Support & Communications Specialist exists to:
- Increase the leverage and effectiveness of the CEO
- Ensure structured prioritisation and disciplined follow-through
- Translate leadership intent into compelling, aligned communication
- Strengthen brand credibility and stakeholder trust
You will operate at the intersection of executive coordination, communication strategy, and leadership enablement.
Key Responsibility Areas
Executive Effectiveness & Gatekeeping
- Proactively manage the CEOs calendar, priorities, and access
- Act as a structured gatekeeper, ensuring disciplined time allocation
- Prepare briefing packs and ensure executive readiness for all engagements
- Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion
- Ensure follow-through on CEO commitments and actions
Leadership Narrative & Messaging
- Shape and deliver a clear, credible, and consistent CEO voice
- Translate strategy, change priorities, and cultural direction into communication that drives alignment
- Draft and refine speeches, presentations, and talking points
- Manage and enhance CEO LinkedIn presence and digital thought leadership
Internal Alignment & Communication
- Drive structured internal communication aligned to leadership messaging
- Ensure clarity and consistency across engagement channels
- Strengthen organisational alignment through well-framed updates and announcements
External Visibility & Brand Trust
- Support CEO visibility across forums, events, media engagements, and stakeholder interactions
- Coordinate messaging with external communication partners where applicable
- Ensure all engagements are supported by accurate, relevant, and high-quality content
Content Research & Preparation
- Conduct research to support speeches and strategic engagements
- Develop briefing notes and insight summaries
- Ensure messaging is timely, relevant, and aligned to broader business objectives
About You
You are confident, socially agile, and emotionally intelligent.
You are comfortable operating in executive, public, and informal settings, able to read the room and adjust your tone and message accordingly.
You bring presence, polish, and sound judgement.
You are:
- Highly organised and structured
- Detail-oriented and proactive
- Calm under pressure
- Trusted with sensitive information
- Curious and well-informed
- Comfortable representing leadership with credibility
- You anticipate needs before they arise and take pride in ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
Required Experience
- 37 years experience supporting senior leaders in executive support, communications, or related roles
- Strong exposure to content creation, digital communication, and social media management
- Experience supporting events, leadership communication initiatives, or PR engagements
- Proven ability to balance executive coordination with communication delivery
Knowledge & Capability
- Executive support best practices (calendar, inbox, access management)
- Leadership communication and executive messaging principles
- Internal and external communication platforms and engagement channels
- Digital communication and LinkedIn content management
- Speechwriting, briefing preparation, and executive protocol
- Digital productivity tools (Outlook, Google Workspace, collaboration platforms)
What Will Make You Stand Out
- Degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field
- Strong executive-level writing capability with evidence of published or distributed content
- Proven ability to create compelling communication across digital and live platforms
- Experience coordinating media, PR, or external communication partners
- Strong research and insight development capability
- Comfort coordinating multiple stakeholders and agencies to deliver high-quality outputs
- High level of discretion and emotional maturity
How to Apply
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Western Cape
The Western Cape, situated on the south coast of South Africa, is home to a thriving IT industry that offers a diverse range of career opportunities for professionals with expertise in various fields.
The job market in the Western Cape is highly competitive, with many major companies and startups operating in the region. The province’s strategic location, combined with its well-developed infrastructure, makes it an attractive hub for businesses looking to establish themselves in Africa. As a result, there is a high demand for skilled IT professionals who can support the growth of these companies.
The average salary ranges for IT professionals in the Western Cape are as follows: software engineers and developers can expect to earn between R800 000 to R1 200 000 per annum; data scientists and analysts can range from R600 000 to R900 000; cybersecurity specialists can earn anywhere from R500 000 to R800 000; and IT project managers can command salaries ranging from R400 000 to R700 000. These figures are based on industry standards and may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and company size.
To succeed in an IT career in the Western Cape, professionals need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages (Java, Python, C++), data structures and algorithms, software development methodologies, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), cybersecurity principles, and excellent communication skills. Additionally, knowledge of industry-specific tools and technologies, such as SAP or Oracle, can be highly valued.
Several major companies and industries are actively hiring IT professionals in the Western Cape. For example, tech giants like IBM and Dell have a strong presence in the region, while financial institutions such as Standard Bank and First National Bank also have significant IT departments. The automotive industry is another major sector that employs IT professionals, with companies like Toyota and Volkswagen having operations in the province.
Career growth opportunities are plentiful for IT professionals in the Western Cape, with many companies offering training and development programs to help employees upskill and reskill. With experience, professionals can move into senior roles such as technical lead or manager, or transition into related fields like business analysis or consulting. The region’s entrepreneurial spirit also makes it an ideal location for startups, providing opportunities for IT professionals to launch their own businesses or join innovative companies that are shaping the future of technology.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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